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Paradox of Choice

Psychologist Barry Schwartz finds that, while increased numbers of choices can in theory yield better results, it leads to anxiety and analysis paralysis

.

In a sense, the principle of diminishing returns

applies to the number of choices available.

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Sometimes, limiting the number of choices allows you to achieve more, so consider going mimimal when choosing becomes too stressful.


References:

  1. https://blog.doist.com/analysis-paralysis-productivity/